Rokero is a medium-tall Brussels sprouts with bright, dark red leaves. Produces round-oval, rather small, firm sprouts. Good standing ability. Mid-late development time of about 170 days. Excellent, aromatic flavor. Speciality for amateur gardeners.Rokero is a medium-tall Brussels sprouts with bright, dark red leaves. Produces round-oval, rather small, firm sprouts. Good standing ability. Mid-late development time of about 170 days. Excellent, aromatic flavor. Speciality for amateur gardeners.
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Characteristics for Rokero
Cultivation for Brussels Sprouts
Seed germination temperature: 15-20 °CPlanting distance: ca. 75 x 50 cmOptimal amount of plants: 2.5-3 plants/m²Sowing depth: ca. 1 cm
bred by
Photo: Kultursaat-Archiv
Christoph Matthes
Current breeding location: Bad Vilbel, Hessen
Biodynamically bred varieties from Christoph Matthes:
The Dottenfelderhof, operated by a cooperative of families since 1968, follows biodynamic principles. Known for its agricultural school and focus on research and breeding, the farm also hosts Christoph Matthes, a Kultursaat breeder who has been cultivating organic varieties for many years. The Dottenfelderhof is located in the north of Frankfurt at the southern edge of the Wetterau region.